Ranceph Suspension 125 mg / 5 ml; 250 mg / 5 ml Suspension
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 28 November 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible micro-organisms.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 250 mg every 6 hours; max 4 g daily.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and lactation not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- Nephrotoxic medicines
- Probenecid
- Bacteriostatic antibacterials
- Oestrogen contraceptives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cefalexin
- Allergy to cephalosporins
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
Common side effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Monitor for allergic reactions
- Avoid driving if drowsy
- Report severe diarrhoea
Serious warnings
- Serious hypersensitivity reactions
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Renal function monitoring required
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